2010 Ford KA 1.2L Petrol · RK57 BEK

The most recent MOT on 8 April 2026 was passed with no recorded defects, indicating that the vehicle met the statutory safety and emissions standards at that inspection. Over the past six years the record shows a mixture of advisory items and occasional failures, particularly in 2023 and early 2024 where major faults were recorded for the rear direction indicator and the windscreen wiper. Since then the trend has been positive, with the 2025 advisory limited to thin front‑brake pads and the 2026 test clean, suggesting that any remedial work undertaken after the earlier failures has been effective, although the persistence of corrosion advisories points to an underlying issue that has not been fully resolved. At 98,046 miles the car averages roughly 6,100 miles per year, which is within the normal usage envelope for a sixteen‑year‑old hatchback. There are no obvious periods of unusually high mileage that would accelerate wear, nor are there long gaps that would hint at prolonged storage. The mileage level is consistent with moderate daily use, meaning that consumables such as tyres, brake pads and fluid levels are likely to have been replaced or serviced at regular intervals, but the cumulative distance does place the vehicle in a stage where age‑related degradation of rubber, metal and electronic components becomes a realistic concern. A prospective buyer should give particular attention to the rear coil springs on both sides, which have been flagged for corrosion in every MOT since 2021. Visual inspection of the springs and the surrounding suspension mounting points for surface rust, flaking paint or pitting is essential; any excessive rust can compromise spring integrity and lead to a noisy ride or sudden failure. While the advisories note that the corrosion is not yet structurally weakening, a test‑drive should include listening for clunks or creaks when traversing bumps, and checking for uneven tyre wear that could indicate a mis‑aligned or weakened rear suspension. The off‑side front oil leak advisory also persists, so the valve‑cover gasket and surrounding seals should be examined for drips or oil deposits, and the oil level and condition verified. Front brake pads were reported thin in 2025 and the front discs showed wear in 2022; the buyer should measure pad thickness and inspect the discs for scoring or glazing, and be prepared for a brake pad replacement if the pads are near the minimum thickness or if the discs exhibit excessive run‑out. The rear brake cable noted as damaged in 2021 should be checked for fraying or corrosion, as a compromised cable can affect rear brake balance. Beyond the specific MOT items, age‑related checks are advisable. Examine all four tyre sidewalls for cracking, dry rot or perishing, especially given the vehicle’s sixteen‑year age; tyre tread depth should be at least 3 mm on the least worn tyre. Verify the condition of the battery, looking for swollen cases or a voltage below 12.5 V, and consider a load test if the battery is more than three years old. Inspect the coolant, brake and power‑steering fluids for colour change or particulate contamination, as fluids can degrade over time even without high mileage. Finally, confirm that the windscreen wiper blades clear the glass effectively and that the anti‑roll bar ball‑joint dust cover is intact, as these were previously flagged as major faults. Addressing these points will give a clear picture of the car’s current mechanical health and any imminent maintenance that may be required.